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This guideline covers assessing and managing suspected or confirmed cirrhosis in people who are 16 years or older. It aims to improve how cirrhosis is identified and diagnosed, and gives advice on the monitoring, prevention and early management of complications.
This guideline covers assessing for, and managing, blood transfusions in adults, young people and children aged 1 year and over. It covers the general principles of blood transfusion, but does not make recommendations relating to specific conditions.
Andexanet alfa for reversing anticoagulation from apixaban or rivaroxaban (TA697)
Evidence-based recommendations on andexanet alfa (Ondexxya) for reversing anticoagulation form apixaban or rivaroxaban in adults with life-threatening or uncontrolled bleeding.
Evidence-based recommendations on dabigatran etexilate (Pradaxa) for preventing stroke and systemic embolism in adults with non-valvular atrial fibrillation.
This guideline covers assessing and reducing the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE or blood clots, including deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism) in people aged 16 and over in hospital. It aims to help healthcare professionals identify people most at risk and describes interventions that can be used to reduce the risk of VTE.
This guideline covers identifying children, young people and adults with symptoms that could be caused by cancer. It outlines appropriate investigations in primary care, and selection of people to refer for a specialist opinion. It aims to help people understand what to expect if they have symptoms that may suggest cancer.
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Endoscopic submucosal dissection of lower gastrointestinal lesions (HTG212)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic submucosal dissection of lower gastrointestinal lesions. This involves inserting a camera through the anus and injecting a solution to raise the affected area for removal.
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Evidence-based recommendations on apixaban (Eliquis) for preventing stroke and systemic embolism in adults with non-valvular atrial fibrillation.
Venous thromboembolic diseases: diagnosis, management and thrombophilia testing (NG158)
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing venous thromboembolic diseases in adults. It aims to support rapid diagnosis and effective treatment for people who develop deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE). It also covers testing for conditions that can make a DVT or PE more likely, such as thrombophilia (a blood clotting disorder) and cancer. It does not cover pregnant women.
Evidence-based recommendations on rivaroxaban (Xarelto) for preventing stroke and systemic embolism in adults with non-valvular atrial fibrillation.
Endoscopic full thickness removal of gastrointestinal stromal tumours of the stomach (HTG612)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic full thickness removal of gastrointestinal stromal tumours of the stomach. This involves removing a tumour using an endoscope and forceps. The aim is to remove the tumour without the need for open surgery.
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Endoscopic full thickness removal of non-lifting colonic polyps (HTG439)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic full thickness removal of non-lifting colonic polyps. This involves using a special device to remove the polyp and seal the bowel wall closed afterwards.
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Evidence-based recommendations on quantitative faecal immunochemical testing to guide colorectal cancer pathway referral in primary care.
Romiplostim for the treatment of chronic immune thrombocytopenia (TA221)
Evidence-based recommendations on romiplostim (Nplate) for treating chronic immune thrombocytopenia in adults.
Edoxaban for treating and for preventing deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism (TA354)
Evidence-based recommendations on edoxaban (Lixiana) for treating deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in adults and preventing them happening again.